RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR/RELIEF

NFI Vermont, Inc.; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NFI North is seeking an early morning Relief Direct Care Counselor for the Summit View Program in Bangor, Maine. You will help maintain a safe, supportive environment for participants, supervise youths, and assist families with crisis intervention and case management.

Qualifications include at least one year of experience with youth; BHP or CRMA certification is a plus, and a Bachelor's degree in human services, social work, psychology, or related field is preferred. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• One year of experience working with youth.
• BHP or CRMA certification is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in human services, social work, psychology or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and supportive environment for participants.
• Supervise participants and ensure daily functioning of the residential program.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed and support families.
• Conduct case management/advocacy and related documentation.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Delegation

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services or related field

Job description

At NFI North, we strive to create a world where mental and behavioral health services are readily accessible for everyone creatingA Place to Belong.

NFI North provides mental health and behavioral support services to people facing life challenges. We design diverse and innovative programs that provide a high level of structure within communities of care when a person or family is in need. Our goal is for people to grow, have hope, thrive in their community and feel like they belong.

NFI North is currently looking for an early morning Relief Direct Care Counselor to work in our Summit View Program, located in Bangor, Maine. We have an immediate opening for Relief Residential Counselors/Behavioral Health Professionals in our Residential and In-home Treatment Program serving youth ages 10–20.

Relief Direct Care Counselors are needed to work with our participants and their families in our residential program. Residential Counselors are responsible for day to day operations including: maintaining a safe and supportive environment for participants, supervision of participants, crisis intervention, case management/advocacy and all related documentation. Behavioral Health Professionals provide instruction, support and assist families with challenges they may encounter within their own homes or in their communities.

Qualifications: One year working with youth. Current BHP or CRMA certification a plus! Strong organization and communication skills are necessary; ability to assume and delegate responsibilities and exercise decision making is also required. Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelors Degree in human services, social work, psychology, sociology or equivalent.

The ideal candidate will be flexible, energetic and creative and have the desire to be part of a team of professionals.

NFI North offers competitive salaries, an environment that allows for creativity, a sense of empowerment and many opportunities for advancement in addition to excellent training and a supportive work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action

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Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

Prior experience working with youth or adults in a helping field preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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